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Patrick Mahomes Injured During Chiefs Game Against Jets, but Returns

Mahomes was sacked late in the first half and fumbled before returning on the next drive, the Chiefs said.

  • On Sunday, Nov. 8, 2026, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes suffered a right arm injury during the second quarter of the team's matchup against the New York Jets at Arrowhead Stadium.
  • Jets rookie edge rusher David Bailey hit Mahomes' arm during a strip-sack in the second quarter, forcing a fumble that Will McDonald recovered at the Kansas City 30-yard line with 93 seconds remaining.
  • After being evaluated on the sidelines, Mahomes returned to the game on the following series without missing a snap, completing a 12-yard pass to Travis Kelce to lead the final drive of the half.
  • Chiefs coach Andy Reid confirmed Mahomes was evaluated for an elbow injury, noting the quarterback was "sore" but fine after returning to play the second half without further incident.
  • Kansas City maintains a 117-37 overall record with Mahomes starting, underscoring his critical importance as the franchise navigates the remainder of the 2026 NFL season.
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KSHB-TV broke the news on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
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